In Texas, the May Joint & Special Election is a key opportunity for voters to participate in local governance by selecting officials such as city council members, school board trustees, and other municipal representatives. These elected officials play a crucial role in addressing local needs, from education to public safety and community development.
May 2, 2026 – Joint & Special Election Dates
| Last Day to Register to Vote or Make a Change of Address | Thursday | April 2, 2026 |
| First Day of Early Voting | Monday | April 20, 2026 |
| Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail Application2 | Monday | April 20, 2026 |
| Last Day of Early Voting | Tuesday | April 28, 2026 |
| Mail Ballot Can Be Delivered in Person by 7 PM3 | Saturday | May 2, 2026 |
| Election Day | Saturday | May 2, 2026 |
| Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail4 | Monday | May 4, 2026 |
Click here for a list of local entities participating in the Joint election.
For more information, visit DallasCountyVotes.org
| Last Day to Register to Vote | Monday, April 27, 2026 |
| Last Day to Apply by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) | Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| First Day of Early Voting | Monday, May 18, 2026 |
| Last Day of Early Voting | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail | Tuesday, May 26, 2026(Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4 |
Primary Runoff Races on the ballot!
For more information, visit DallasCountyVotes.org
View Statewide Primary results here.
View Dallas County Elections Primary results here.
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